Everyday Robots Moves Out of Alphabet X, Reports Progress Toward General Purpose Robot
November 20, 2021
From cleaning a table and picking up toys to opening doors, everyday tasks are coming within reach of service robots, says Everyday Robots, which is spinning out of X Development.
ABB Robots to Help Zume Accelerate Transition From Single-Use Plastics
November 17, 2021
Zume wants to scale up production of plant-based packaging as an environmentally sustainable alternative to plastics, and ABB Robotics plans to install more than 1,000 robotic cells.
PickNik Robotics Offers Beta of MoveIt Studio for Managing Robot Arms in Challenging Environments
November 17, 2021
PickNik Robotics' MoveIt Studio software builds on its support of the open-source robot arm motion planning software to make it easier for users to remotely manage robot arms.
Nommi Partners With C3 to Build Robotic Kitchens Offering Food Bowls Around the Clock
November 17, 2021
To meet demand for fast, convenient, and nutritious food, Nommi is developing a robotic kitchen that will prepare branded bowls, starting with 'Iron Chef' Morimoto's Sa'Moto.
RE2 Robotics Receives U.S. Navy Funding for CLAMS System to Improve ROV Manipulation
November 16, 2021
RE2 Robotics has received SBIR funding to improve and unify control of the RE2 Sapien Sea Class robot arms on the VideoRay Defender remotely operated vehicles for topside operators.
Micropsi Industries Automates ‘Fridge Sniffing’ With AI-Supported Robot Control System
November 16, 2021
Micropsi and Atec are offering a cobot control system they say can quickly, reliably, and cost-effectively automate leak detection and other complex tasks and reduce maintenance.
Robotics’ Second Wave Relies on Software and Integration
November 14, 2021
As mobile robots and AI-driven picking systems spread through warehouses, suppliers and users are paying more attention to software, integration, and interoperability as differentiators.
GXO Logistics Credits Warehouse Automation for Strong Q3 Results
November 13, 2021
Automation, e-commerce, and outsourcing are the tailwinds helping GXO Logistics grow, according to executives at the global logistics provider, which reported strong Q3 earnings.
FANUC Introduces Compact Robot for Machine Tending, Warehousing, Logistics Applications
November 11, 2021
FANUC America said the new LR-10iA/10 robot arm is designed to be easy to mount on floors, walls, ceilings, or mobile platforms to help automate machine tending and picking.
Q3 Robot Sales of $1.48B Put 2021 on Track for Biggest Year Yet, Says A3
November 11, 2021
Not only did North American third-quarter orders of robots continue a strong trend, but they also demonstrated that more industries are adding automation, according to A3.
Berkshire Grey Secures $36M in New Orders, $25M in Repeat Orders
November 11, 2021
Berkshire Grey has received orders from new and returning customers for its order-fulfillment robots and software, and retailer Bealls is using its automation to speed up replenishment.
ARM Institute Opens Fellowship Applications With the AIM Higher Consortium
November 6, 2021
The U.S. Department of Defense, ARM Institute, and AIM Higher Consortium are seeking applications for a one-year, $60,000 fellowship for an innovator in robotics for U.S. manufacturing.
Berkshire Grey Robotic Shuttle Product Sortation System Designed to Accelerate Order Fulfillment
November 3, 2021
Berkshire Grey says its new Robotic Shuttle Product Sortation system can help global retailers, grocers, and logistics providers manage inventory and fulfill orders.
Geek+ Presents PopPick and RoboShuttle NextGen Automation at CeMAT Asia
October 29, 2021
At CeMAT Asia, Geek+ is presenting its latest high-density robotic storage and goods-to-person picking systems that it says can improve space utilization and warehouse efficiency.
10 Industrial and Service Robotics Trends in the IFR’s World Robotics 2021 Report
October 28, 2021
Worldwide industrial and service robotics shipments began to recover last year, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the International Federation of Robotics' annual report.
ABB Launches FlexLoader M for Modular Machine Tending
October 27, 2021
FlexLoader M line offers machine loading and unloading options for foundries, die-casting operations, and machining centers. ABB says its modular approach makes scaling up easy.
Open-RMF Addresses Growing Robotics Interoperability Needs
October 27, 2021
From simulation to management of robot fleets in heterogeneous environments, Open Robotics' Open-RMF is an open-source approach to interoperability that is different than other efforts.
ATI Industrial Automation Develops Mini43LP Force Torque Sensor for Compact, High Precision Applications
October 26, 2021
ATI said its Mini43LP force/torque sensor is designed to be suitable for smaller applications including electronics assembly, robot-assisted surgery, and laboratory automation.
Miso Robotics Unveils Flippy Wings Robotic Fryer Tested at Buffalo Wild Wings
October 21, 2021
Miso Robotics has announced Flippy Wings, which is designed to automate the frying of chicken wings at high-volume restaurants and was tested at the Inspire Brands Innovation Center.
Festo and MassRobotics Choose Four Companies for Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst
October 21, 2021
Festo and MassRobotics will help the companies chosen for the Healthcare Robotics Startup Catalyst program with introductions, subject-matter experts, and technical and marketing support.
